Forklift Driver
Portland, OR 
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Posted 13 days ago
Job Description
Job Locations US-OR-Portland
Job ID 2024-5624
Overview

Who We Are

Charlie's Produce is the largest privately-owned produce wholesaler on the West Coast, and we are growing. The secret to our success in this industry is PEOPLE! We strive to hire the best and we reward them with a working environment that fosters loyalty, stability, innovation, and growth.

With a team of dedicated people who are passionate about food, supply chain, and their community we are looking for like-minded individuals to help further our goal to enhance our communities through quality produce.

What We Offer:

    An amazing company culture!
  • Medical/Dental/Vision on the first of the month following hire.
  • ESOP (Profit Sharing) and 401(k).
  • Paid vacations, paid sick leave, paid holidays.
  • Pre-tax commuter benefits, and onsite parking.
  • Short-term disability benefits.
  • 100% Prepaid College Tuition for employees and their dependents.
  • Employee assistance program (EAP).

Additional Compensation Details:

  • $22-$23/HR
  • 90-day performance review with potential raise.
  • Yearly review with possibility of increase based on performance and tenure.
Responsibilities

Schedule: Morning start time. Shifts are typically 8-10 hours long.

The Role: Forklift Drivers/Receivers assist loading and receiving product, stocking items by hand or with material handling equipment, prepare and complete receiving paperwork and assist with inventory control. Must have sensory capabilities to avoid accidents as warehouse environment involves fast moving forklifts and power jack equipment.

  • Be part of a team of people that work together in an environment that is friendly, yet productive.
  • Receive, break-down and store product in a refrigerated warehouse
  • Maintain the warehouse and your equipment to ensure it is in a clean and orderly condition
  • Excellent time management and teamwork skills
  • Reliability; consistently at work and on time
  • Strong attention to detail and accuracy
  • Observes and follows proper safety procedures; willingness to report potentially unsafe conditions
  • Other duties as assigned
Qualifications

Here are a few things to be ready for (and don't forget we will train and certify you):

  • Receive, break-down and store product in a refrigerated warehouse
  • Operate equipment - standing forklift & riding pallet jack which we take the time to be sure everyone is safe to operate
  • Follow food safety quality service standards and comply with procedures, rules and regulations
  • Ability to work in a refrigerated environment, 35-56 degrees
  • Ability to lift up to 50lbs frequently
  • Ability to work without direct supervision and to prioritize activities
  • Ability to multitask in fast-paced environment

Hear from Charlie's employees

Supplemental Information

This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the Social Security Administration and if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.

We do not provide H1-B sponsorships at this time.

Please note that the pay range provided is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Actual compensation will be dependent on factors, including but not limited to, the individual's qualifications, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities as well as physical work location within the state.

For additional protected privacy information please visit: Privacy Policy | Charlie's Produce (charliesproduce.com)

Charlie's Produce is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the Social Security Administration and if necessary the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.
Charlie's Produce is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

 

Job Summary
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Required Experience
Open
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